Introduction
Welcome to your LOMI Pods instruction manual. These pods are specifically designed to enhance the composting process in your LOMI composter, efficiently transforming food scraps into nutrient-rich plant food. By using LOMI Pods, you contribute to a more sustainable household and healthier gardens.
Important Safety Information
- Wear gloves when handling waste.
- Avoid contact with sharp objects.
Product Overview
LomiPods are a proprietary blend of beneficial microorganisms formulated to supercharge your Lomi composter. They accelerate the breakdown of food scraps, effectively reduce odors, and produce nutrient-rich Lomi Earth.

This image shows the LomiPods Nutrient Activator packaging, highlighting its role in creating healthy microbes, accelerating breakdown, and providing Lomi Earth probiotic.
Key Benefits
- Supercharge Your Lomi: LomiPods are exclusively made by Lomi in the USA to optimize composter performance.
- Easy to Use: Simply drop one tablet into each cycle for maximum benefits—no extra steps needed.
- Boosts Breakdown: Packed with helpful microorganisms to speed up food scrap decomposition and reduce odors.
- Happy Plants: Creates nutrient-rich Lomi Earth that enhances soil health. Mix with soil in a 1:10 ratio for a natural fertilizer.

This diagram visually explains how LomiPods work, showing they create healthy soil, reduce odors, accelerate breakdown, contain a unique blend of microbes, and boost plant health.
Setup
Before using LomiPods, ensure your Lomi composter is clean and ready for a new cycle.
- Open the lid of your Lomi composter.
- Ensure the internal bucket is properly seated.
- Check the carbon filters and replace them if necessary. (Refer to the "Maintenance" section for filter replacement instructions).
Operating Instructions
- Add Food Scraps: Place your approved food scraps into the Lomi composter bucket.
- Add a LomiPod: Drop one LomiPod tablet into the composter with your food scraps.
- Close the Lid: Securely close the Lomi composter lid. The green light should illuminate, indicating it's ready.
- Select Cycle: Press and hold the power button to cycle through the available modes (e.g., Eco-Express). Once your desired mode is selected, press the button again to start the cycle.
- Harvest Lomi Earth: After the cycle is complete, the Lomi Earth will be ready for use.

This image illustrates the simple three-step process: Add a LomiPod tablet, run a cycle, and then use the resulting Lomi Earth to help your lawn and garden grow.
Maintenance
Changing Lomi Filters
Regular filter replacement is crucial for optimal Lomi performance and odor neutralization. Refer to the video below for a step-by-step guide.
This video, titled "How to change your Lomi Filters" by Pela Labs, provides a step-by-step guide on replacing the filters in your Lomi composter.
Cleaning the Lomi Composter
The internal bucket can be washed with soap and water after each use to prevent residue buildup. Some Lomi models may also have a self-cleaning mode; consult your Lomi composter's manual for specific cleaning instructions.
Troubleshooting
Odors during operation
- Ensure LomiPods are used with each cycle.
- Check and replace carbon filters if they are old or saturated.
Slow breakdown of food scraps
- Verify that one LomiPod is added per cycle.
- Ensure the Lomi composter is operating in the correct mode for the type of waste.
- Avoid overloading the composter.
Specifications
- Brand: LOMI
- Model: Pods 45 Cycles
- Material: Plastic (packaging)
- Item Weight: 2.39 ounces
- UPC: 628098440326
- Cycles per Pack: 45
Warranty and Support
Warranty and detailed support information for Lomi Pods are typically provided with the Lomi composter unit or can be found on the official LOMI website. Please refer to those resources for comprehensive details.




